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Do not push any objects into the openings of your computer. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components.
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Keep your computer away from radiators and heat sources. Also, do not block cooling vents. Avoid placing loose papers underneath your computer; do
not place your computer in a closed-in wall unit or on a bed, sofa, or rug.
When Working Inside Your Computer
Before you open the computer cover, perform the following steps in the sequence indicated.
CAUTION:
Do not attempt to service the computer yourself, except as explained in your online Dell documentation or otherwise provided to you.
Always follow installation and service instructions closely.
NOTICE:
To help avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before removing a component from the
system board or disconnecting a device from the computer.
1. Perform an orderly computer shutdown using the operating system menu.
2. Turn off your computer and any devices.
3. Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the chassis, such as the metal around the card-slot openings at the back of the computer,
before touching anything inside your computer.
While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis to dissipate any static electricity that might harm internal
components.
4. Disconnect your computer and devices from their power sources. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
Doing so reduces the potential for personal injury or shock.
In addition, take note of these safety guidelines when appropriate:
When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with locking tabs; if
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you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking tabs before disconnecting the cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly
aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable, make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.
Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket.
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Hold a component such as a microprocessor chip by its edges, not by its pins.
There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
Static electricity can harm delicate components inside your computer. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch
any of your computer's electronic components, such as the microprocessor. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
As you continue to work inside the computer, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to remove any static charge your body may have accumulated.
You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD)
When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not remove the component from the antistatic packing material until you are
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ready to install the component in your computer. Just before unwrapping the antistatic packaging, be sure to discharge static electricity from your body.
When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging.
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Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads.
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The following notice may appear throughout this document to remind you of these precautions:
NOTICE:
See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety instructions at the front of this guide.
Ergonomic Computing Habits
CAUTION:
Improper or prolonged keyboard use may result in injury.
CAUTION:
Viewing the monitor screen for extended periods of time may result in eye strain.
For comfort and efficiency, observe the ergonomic guidelines in the Owner's Manual when setting up and using your computer.
Battery Disposal
Your computer uses a lithium battery. The lithium battery is a long-life battery, and it is very possible that you will never need to replace it. However, should
you need to replace it, see your Owner's Manual.
Do not dispose of the battery along with household waste. Contact your local waste disposal agency for the address of the nearest battery deposit site.
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